Whenever we visit my parents in Roanoke we end up down at the Square. It's a nice little area, very clean, very cute. The Center has museums and a theatre, and nearby you can find a little farmers market and a bunch of shops with wine, food, clothes, and tons of options for gifts for your friends and family. There are also some very nice restaurants nearby. We've had the chance to eat at several of them and have never been disappointed.
This five-story renovated warehouse located on the Historic Farmers’ Market houses museums of art, history, science, and theater, and gift shops. Check the Web site for a calendar of events.